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90 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is an intense, tightly structured wine. Very mineral in character, it is as much about texture as about fruit. It needs some aging to fill out the fruitiness. (RV)" (09/2018) K&L Notes: Domaine Côtes Blanches was established in the 1930s by Bernard and Pierre Millet. In 1980, it was time for the second generation to take the reins, so François and Monique expanded the estate to 21 hectares of vines (15 Sauvignon, 6 Pinot Noir). After returning from his studies in Beaune five years ago, Nicolas (son of François and Moniq...Read More »

We were first introduced to the wines of Eric Cottat a few years back. He was brought to our attention by one of our long-time friends and winemakers in Sancerre, and we brought in a small amount, as that was all we were allowed to take at the time. Eric is a one-man show and only produces a small amount of wines each vintage for family, friends, and close customers, and then sells the rest of his fruit off to other eager producers in the region. This Sancerre blanc is always invigorating and fresh, with lemony citrus aromas and flavors accented by delic...Read More »

Wine Enthusiast: "Brightly fruity, this blend with 85% Sauvignon Blanc goes for the tropical-fruit character of the grape. Attractive acidity and a zingy edge are balanced by ripe apricot and pineapple flavors. Drink from late 2017. (RV)" (08/2017) K&L Notes: The wine just shines! Sauvignon Blanc (the base of the wine is zippy and herbaceous and has brisk acidity), Semillon (for body and structure), and Muscadelle. This wine is crisp and super focused on the palate. Minerals and earth with lemons and limes. According to Robert Parker: "Thanks to the ta...Read More »

Winemaker Anthony Girard grew up in his family's Sancerre winery, but spent a number of years learning about production all over the world before returning home to continue working with Sauvignon Blanc. While continuing to help with the namesake Girard label, Anthony wanted to create his own project on the side and eventually purchased a small plot of pristine real estate near the town of Récy with primo Sancerre limestone soils. After acquiring the vines he was given a large key as a symbolic gesture of new ownership, or a "clef du récit," which became ...Read More »

One of K&L's very finest buys from France. This is a reserve cuvée, made from Millet's chalkiest limestone soils. There is a long maceration at very low temperatures to extract as much flavor and character as possible. The resulting wine is intensely charged with stone fruit and minerality, with bright citrus notes. The wines of this family domaine have been a staple here at K&L since the 1994 vintage when Franck and Betty Millet drove a long way (to Beaune!) on Easter Sunday to meet Clyde and crew to present the wines. We love these wines for their fres...Read More »

Domaine Cherrier was founded in 1930, and since then four generations of the family have run the estate. The estate has limestone and calcareous clay soils that wonderfully influence the character of the grapes grown there. The Sancerre is consistently delicious, with citrus, chalky mineral and light floral notes. Its dry finish complements seafood and cheese beautifully. K&L French Regional buyer Keith Mabry says: "The Cherrier to me is always one of the biggest crowd-pleasing Sancerres/Sauvignon Blancs from anywhere in the world."

91 points Vinous: "The 2017 Sauvignon Blanc has a vigorous bouquet of grass clippings and crushed stone, just a hint of white asparagus in the background lending complexity. The taut, linear palate is very well balanced with a fine line of acidity, then fans out towards the finish with crisp Granny Smith and gooseberry notes. Excellent. (NM)" (11/2018) 91 points Wine Spectator: "Honeysuckle, peach cobbler and Key lime pie notes are aromatic, lush and expressive, set on a crisp, sleek frame, with plenty of juiciness and refreshment, finishing with a das...Read More »

Wine Spectator: "Apple and peach flavors are spicy and fleshy, with moderate acidity and a hint of toast and dried flower on the finish. (MW, Web only-2016)" K&L Notes: This wine is a direct import to K&L, meaning we purchased the wine directly from Carrick in New Zealand and brought it into the States without paying the middlemen who generally take a cut of the profits. That’s why the price is so good. Winemaker's notes: "Shows classic notes of gooseberries and capsicums with a hint of passionfruit and pineapple. Full bodied and showing some complexity...Read More »

A family domaine that has been run by third-generation winemaker Aurore Dezat since 2011. She farms 9 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir in the commune of Sury-en-Vaux on limestone, pebble and flint soils.

A partnership between Rodolphe and Ludivine Marteau, the fourth generation to make wine from their family's estate. Of their 29 acres, 20 are devoted to Sauvignon Blanc. With vines averaging 20 years and very detail-oriented farming, they harvest the best quality fruit possible. Tasting notes from the importer: "The nose offers an intense 'fruit basket' dominated by citrus scents with a note of blackcurrant bud. In the mouth, all is suppleness and elegance. The final spicy note emphasizes the freshness and the generous length of this Touraine Sauvignon."...Read More »

Nestled in the village of Verdigny, Domain Tabordet is run by brothers Yvon and Pascal Tabordet, who took the reins back in 1981. When the two brothers first took over the estate it consisted of three hectares (7.4 acres) in Sancerre. By 1988 they had added another 4.5 hectares of Sancerre and also added 12 hectares (29.7 acres) in neighboring Pouilly Fumé, just across the Loire River. Wine growing in Pouilly Fumé dates back to the fifth century when the Romans dominated the area. In 1937, it became an official Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) of Fr...Read More »

The family-owned domaine dates back to 1804, located in a tiny Loire village named St-Julien-de Chédon. Since 2009, Laurent Benoist has been at the helm, focusing his efforts on sustainable farming and pure, terroir-driven wines. As a region, Touraine has the flexibility to plant a wide range of varieties, so it’s different from the more formal areas such as Vouvray, which only allows Chenin Blanc, or Sancerre, which only allows Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. In Touraine, they can grow Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, P...Read More »

Nicolas Idiart, a winemaker, and the founder of Maison Idiart, grew up with a love of wine a passion he shared with his father and Grandfather. Graduated from Bordeaux, winemaking school, Blanquefort, at 19 years old ( youngest ever)! Nicolas' passion for Loire wines brought him to work in Chinon, Touraine, Muscadet but also in Australia and New Zealand. After several years travelling the world, he moved in to the sales side of the wine Business, mainly in North America. At 33 years old, after 7 years of sales, he decided to go back to winemaking with an...Read More »

Jancis Robinson: "Greenish straw and a nettly nose that is recognisably French Sauvignon Blanc (not NZ). Not quite a much depth as Begude's other white varietals but reasonably dry and certainly thirst quenching. A little astringent on the end. 15.5/20 points. (JR)" (08/2017) K&L Notes: Domaine Begude is a small, family-owned property located high in the foothills of the Pyrenees in the Limoux region of the Languedoc. The long, cool growing season lends itself perfectly to the production of crisp and delicate wines, and this Sauvignon Blanc is no excep...Read More »

92-93 points Raymond Chan: "Bright, very pale straw-yellow colour. The nose is very fresh and bright with slightly cooler spectrum fruit, showing gooseberries, nettles, a little cut grass, and mineral notes. This is still youthful. On palate very zesty and coolish, with gooseberry, cut grass, fresh herbs along with thirst-quenching minerals. Very good fruit depth, the textures in the background, and the acidity to the fore to be mouthwatering. This is putting on richness, and evolving, albeit very slowly, and should live well. " (10/2016) 93 points Sam...Read More »

Nestled in the village of Verdigny, Domain Tabordet is run by brothers Yvon and Pascal Tabordet, who took the reins back in 1981. When the two brothers first took over the estate it consisted of three hectares (7.4 acres) in Sancerre. By 1988 they had added another 4.5 hectares of Sancerre and another 12 hectares (29.7 acres) in neighboring Pouilly-Fumé, just across the Loire River. Wine growing in Pouilly-Fumé dates back to the fifth century when the Romans dominated the area. In 1937 it became an official Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) of France...Read More »

The Millet Sancerre has been a favorite here at K&L for a long time. Grown in limestone-clay soil, the wine reflects the terroir wonderfully. The flavors are bright with lime, mineral, passion fruit, and that wonderful chalkiness one wants from a Sancerre. This wine over delivers and pairs beautifully with oily seafood dishes and of course, your favorite cheeses.

Sancerre at half the price! The Fournier family, with roots as deep as their vines in this region, seem to be related to just about everyone in some way. They've been farming and producing wines in Sancerre for generations. We are pleased to have been offered this wine, yet again, at such a great price. Soft, subtle mineral notes are wrapped up in aromatics of melon and citrus. Clean, bright and refreshing, this is a perfect little Sauvignon Blanc. Tropical fruit, citrus and spice aromas and flavors, with vibrant acidity and minerality. Perfect for goat ...Read More »

This Sauvignon Blanc from Touraine displays an intense, classic nose of cut grass, pepper and, believe it or not, pineapples and lemons, with plenty of minerality. Very crisp and refreshing, like a cross between a classic Touraine and a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, at an astonishingly low price! Perfect with seafood. Grown in an area located between the Loire River and the Cher River and sandwiched between the towns of Tours and Blois, the wine shows the classic characteristics of the rich clay soils that are fortified with flint and limestone. Very brig...Read More »

From the team at Banshee Wines, best known hereabouts for supplying us with excellently sourced Pinot Noir. The Rickshaw Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from vineyards throughout Northern California. The winery's vintage note: "The 2016 Rickshaw Sauvignon Blanc is a nice blend tropical fruit notes framed by a slight savory touch. It opens up with beautiful aromatics of jasmine, white peach, passion fruit, and a slight hint of fresh meadow. Flavors of candied lemon, orchard fruits, mint, sage and the slightest tropical hint of guava on the zippy frame. With gr...Read More »

This blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon is a stellar value from Bordeaux. Grapes are hand-harvested and the juice undergoes a cold soak before 75% of it is barrel fermented and the other 25% is fermented in stainless steel. Crisp and mineral with vanilla tones on the nose, the palate is nicely rounded and full with citrus and tropical fruit. It is delicious with lighter foods and also quite refreshing on its own.

93 points Wine & Spirits: "This grows on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island, the vines protected from the ocean winds by a range of coastal mountains. It’s a fresh, substantial white with ripe notes of green pear and a buzz of orange-like acidity. For such a big wine, it manages to feel crunchy and coastal, built for sea bass roasted with fennel." (10/2018) 90 points Wine Spectator: "Grassy and fresh, offering grated ginger, lemongrass and green apple flavors that show plenty of juicy intensity, with a touch of succulent mango on the finish. ...Read More »

92-93 points James Suckling: "Lots of dried-lemon and lime character with crushed stones and salt. Full-bodied, dry and dense. Serious. " (04/2017) 90-92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2017 Blanc has a super intense lime and lemon juice nose with hints of orange slices and coriander seed. The palate is medium-bodied with a great intensity of citrus fruits and wonderful depth, giving an electric backbone and long finish. (LPB)" (04/2018) 91 points Decanter: "An appealing richness alongside the minerality, the brightness to the overall stru...Read More »

The husband and wife team of Franck and Betty Millet produce astounding Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre as well as this Pouilly-Fume that has all of the expected Millet characteristics of freshness, mineral notes and affordability that have made the wines a long-time K&L favorite. This is a beautiful new addition to the Millet portfolio. We are excited to feature this Pouilly Fumé from our dear friends, some of the best winemakers in Sancerre. Lean, crisp and focused, this wine has an excellent balance of chalky minerality, citrus, lemongrass, and orchard ...Read More »

Wine Spectator: "Juicy and bright, with peach, mandarin orange and Key lime notes that are effusive and expressive on the sleek frame. (MW, Web Only-2018)" K&L Notes: New Zealand wine reviewer Raymond Chan writes: "Bright straw-yellow colour with a pale golden hue, lighter on the rim. The nose is softly full with aromas of gooseberries and tropical fruits, along with fresh herbs and green capsicums forming a well-packed heart. This is elegant in proportion and unfolds cut-grass notes. Dry to taste and light-medium bodied, the palate has up-front, uncomp...Read More »

Tilth Sauvignon Blanc is produced by Driscoll Wine Company that was founded by former chef turned winemaker Jason Driscoll and his wife Hilary Driscoll who handles the business side of the company. Winery tasting notes: "Elderflower liquor and citrus bursts from the glass. The bright acid is supported by and round and lengthy finish. This juice is great for all seasons."

90 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is an intense, tightly structured wine. Very mineral in character, it is as much about texture as about fruit. It needs some aging to fill out the fruitiness. Drink this complex wine from 2019. (RV)" (09/2018) K&L Notes: Domaine Côtes Blanches was established in the 1930s by Bernard and Pierre Millet. In 1980, it was time for the second generation to take the reins, so François and Monique expanded the estate to 21 hectares of vines (15 Sauvignon, 6 Pinot Noir). After returning from his studies in Beaune five years ago,...Read More »

Nestled in the village of Verdigny, Domain Tabordet is run by brothers Yvon and Pascal Tabordet, who took the reins back in 1981. When the two brothers first took over the estate it consisted of 3 hectares (7.4 acres) in Sancerre. By 1988 they had added another 4.5 hectares of Sancerre and also added 12 hectares (29.7 acres) in neighboring Pouilly Fumé, just across the Loire River. Wine growing in Pouilly Fumé dates back to the fifth century when the Romans dominated the area. In 1937 it became an official Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) of France....Read More »

93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Chief winemaker Helen Masters has produced a Sauvignon Blanc full of delicacy and restraint. Enchanting aromas of apple peel, lime blossom, wild mint and ginger glide seamlessly into a bright, shimmery palate that prickles with a juicy, copper-penny tang and just a touch of textural weight, all ensconced in a long, salty, pithy finish. Delicious on its own, this would be glorious with a wide range of east and southeast Asian dishes. *Editors' Choice* (CP)" (07/2018) 90 points Decanter: "This is a pleasing and enticing wine w...Read More »

The wines of this family domaine have been a staple here at K&L since the 1994 vintage when Franck and Betty Millet drove from Sancerre to Bordeaux (a long way) to meet Clyde and crew to present the wines. The wines were great even in that tough vintage and the rest is history. We love these wines for their freshness, charm and affordability. Our best value Sancerre in the store.

Nestled in the village of Verdigny, Domain Tabordet is run by brothers Yvon and Pascal Tabordet, who took the reins back in 1981. When the two brothers first took over the estate it consisted of three hectares (7.4 acres) in Sancerre. By 1988 they had added another 4.5 hectares of Sancerre and another 12 hectares (29.7 acres) in neighboring Pouilly-Fumé, just across the Loire River. Wine growing in Pouilly-Fumé dates back to the fifth century when the Romans dominated the area. In 1937 it became an official Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) of France...Read More »

Wine Enthusiast: "Grassy in pea shoots, this is an easygoing, quaffable white with buzzy acidity and a lasting taste of fig and melon. (VB)" (10/2018) Wine Spectator: "Plump peach and melon flavors are juicy and tangy in this white, with a touch of green apple and a note of fleshy mango lingering on the finish. (MW)" (10/2018)

Winemaker's Notes: "The 2016 Dissonance exudes aromas of ripe peaches, citrus, crisp green apple, and white flowers. This wine lingers on the palate with bright acidity and vibrant flavors of lemon zest, strawberry, honeydew, and nutmeg. Sourced from vineyards in the Carneros region of Napa Valley, this cool climate Sauvignon Blanc is richly complimented through aging and stirring of the lees in French oak barrels, enhancing the aromatics and texture of the wine. Sourced primarily from Hudson Vineyard in Carneros with a dash of fruit from Bavarian Lion V...Read More »

90 points Vinous: "Captivating nose combines pineapple, grapefruit, herbs and a whiff of minerals. Juicy and brisk but not thin, conveying a hint of sweetness (but the residual sugar here is actually less than one gram per liter, according to founder and winemaker Casey McClellan) to its bright flavors of lime, honeysuckle, minerals and wild herbs complicated by a note of wet slate. This wine, which McClellan envisions as a Bordeaux style, remains on its lees until shortly before the bottling. Incidentally, 2016 is the first vintage to include some Sauvi...Read More »

Nicolas Idiart, a winemaker, and the founder of Maison Idiart, grew up with a love of wine a passion he shared with his father and Grandfather. Graduated from Bordeaux, winemaking school, Blanquefort, at 19 years old ( youngest ever)! Nicolas' passion for Loire wines brought him to work in Chinon, Touraine, Muscadet but also in Australia and New Zealand. After several years travelling the world, he moved in to the sales side of the wine Business, mainly in North America. At 33 years old, after 7 years of sales, he decided to go back to winemaking with an...Read More »

Made by the Millet family who have been running the estate for five generations. Vigneron Nicolas Millet has taken the helm of this family operation, originally established in the 1930s, and began moving the winemaking toward organics in 2008. The Côtes Blanches refers to the stony white soils found on the slopes of Sancerre in the heart of France.

Wine Spectator: "Vibrant grapefruit, lemon and passion fruit flavors offer a dash of wasabi on a light, crisp and juicy frame. (MW)" (12/2018) K&L Notes: Winery Notes: "A beguiling combination of gooseberry, melon, tropical fruits and lime zest, along with an elegant seam of acidity, and a refreshing effervescence. This crisp, clean and undeniably vibrant sparkling wine elevates classic Marlborough Sauvignon to celebratory levels. A perfect partner to the freshest of seafood, particularly oysters. This wine is equally delicious on its own and imperativ...Read More »

94 points James Suckling: "This has all the complexity seen in great white wines with plenty of savory influence. Grilled nuts adorn biscuity and flinty lemon and grapefruit pith. The palate has punchy dried-peach and lemon flavors, as well as an appealing, very succulent and carefully layered texture. " (10/2018) 93 points Wine Spectator: "Just gorgeous, this is vibrant, fragrant and generous, with honeysuckle, Key lime, lemongrass and fresh ginger notes that mingle with grapefruit and pear flavors. Impressive for the intensity, showing a smooth body,...Read More »

Another of the fine wines of Dominique Robin, Le Blanc de la Graside is sourced from a vineyard three miles south of Libourne that is planted with 60-year-old Sauvignon Blanc vines. Grapes are harvested at full maturity and aged in casks to round out the wine's generous profile, while it retains a mineral-driven finish.

Sauvignon Blanc is nothing new to the Banshee portfolio, as the lucky trio who scored a surprise success with their initial, 8-barrel lot of coveted Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (that they purchased by the gallon and turned around in five weeks flat) launched a Sauvignon Blanc label the very next year. We're big fans of the Banshee wines, and suggest that if spring weather seems to be returning to your area, snap up a bottle or two of the 2016 while it's here.